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Gail J. McGovern Resigns from The Hartforda?s Board of Directors

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^{Published in Business and Finance on Tuesday, July 13th 2010 at 14:30 GMT by Market Wire}  

HARTFORD, Conn.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (NYSE: HIG) today announced that Gail J. McGovern has decided to resign from The Hartforda™s Board of Directors in light of her responsibilities as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Red Cross. Her resignation is effective July 31, 2010.

"On behalf of the Board of Directors and the management team at The Hartford, I want to thank Gail for her dedicated service and commitment to the companya™s shareholders"

aOn behalf of the Board of Directors and the management team at The Hartford, I want to thank Gail for her dedicated service and commitment to the companya™s shareholders,a said Liam E. McGee, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Hartford. aHer contributions over the last seven years are greatly appreciated and we will certainly miss her insightful perspectives.a

About The Hartford

Celebrating 200 years of helping its customers achieve what's ahead, The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) is an insurance and wealth management company. Through its unique focus on customer needs, the company serves businesses and consumers by providing the products and solutions they need to protect their assets and income from risks and manage their wealth and retirement needs. A Fortune 100 company, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and as one of the world's most ethical companies. More information on the company and its financial performance is available at [ www.thehartford.com ].

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